Shane Warne’s first Test captain Allan Border says the late leg-spinner was Australia’s greatest bowler and helped him thrive as captain after arriving on the Test scene. Border played a pivotal role in shaping Warne’s career, handing him his Test debut in 1992 against India and entrusting him with the ball in a critical moment […]


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More than a cricketer: A-lister with famous friends who remained humble
Shane Warne handled his celebrity status as easily as he spun a cricket ball but he never let off-field fame go to his head, even when he and British actress Liz Hurley’s engagement had the paparazzi in a frenzy. Entertainment reporter Peter Ford had a good working relationship with the spin king and told Weekends […]
AJ Tye reflects on BBL11 title
The Perth Scorchers have defeated the Sydney 6ers in the Big Bash League final to take home the trophy for the fourth time. Scorchers fast bowler Andrew Tye joined Simon Beaumont on Weekends to talk about the win. Press PLAY to hear the interview
The end of an era: A message from Sue McDougall to 6PR listeners
After 27 years, 6PR’s resident gardening expert, Sue McDougall, is leaving her staple weekend gardening program. Sue has been appointed as the Director of the Western Australian Botanic Garden. A statement from Sue is below. 6/11/2021 27 years ago, I was forwarded the incredible opportunity to share my gardening knowledge and inspiration with our 6PR […]
“Be positive, be respectful”: Carnarvon Shire President responds to media reporting on Cleo Smith
The Shire President of Carnarvon is urging newspapers, TV and radio stations to remain “positive and respectful” when reporting on missing 4-year-old Cleo Smith. Eddie Smith believes some of the reports are affecting the shire and it’s community over the last week. “The damage it’s done to the family, to our community is immeasurable,” he […]
This week the State Government announced a trial of a Banned Drinkers Register (BDR) in the Kimberley, with a similar trial having just begun in the Pilbara. IF you’re in these regions and want to buy take-away alcohol, you’re going to have to show ID, with a scanner alerting the cashier if they can make […]
How to beat those post holiday blues with Gary Martin
Even if you love your job we’re all susceptible to the back-to-work blues. If you’re finding you have a lack of motivation, are struggling to concentrate or finding you’re a little directionless after time off, you’re not alone. In fact, worries about re-entry to the workplace are so genuine it is the very reason some […]
Suburban Focus – The Claremont Speedway
If you’ve been down to the Claremont showgrounds, you might have spotted a bronze plaque on a Limestone Pillar near the oval. Up until 2000, this site was the heart of Perth’s Motoring scene – from sprint cars to Super Sedans and motorcycle race. The Claremont Speedway became almost sacred ground for not just the […]
Turns out a good nights sleep might start in our kitchens!
There are few things more frustrating than getting a bad night’s sleep for no reason. But it turns out a good night’s sleep might actually start in our kitchen and what we’re eating! Researchers have been looking into how nutrition impacts sleep quality and it might even be responsible for disorders such an insomnia, hypersomnia, […]
What is Digital Burglary and how to avoid it happening to you!
You’re probably familiar with adverts and messages from your bank warning you about protecting yourself online. From internet banking to shopping and even stock trading, we do so much online now involving money that we have to be very careful . Digital Burglary has been on the rise especially during the pandemic and it’s not […]
Shane Warne’s first Test captain Allan Border says the late leg-spinner was Australia’s greatest bowler and helped him thrive as captain after arriving on the Test scene. Border played a pivotal role in shaping Warne’s career, handing him his Test debut in 1992 against India and entrusting him with the ball in a critical moment […]
More than a cricketer: A-lister with famous friends who remained humble
Shane Warne handled his celebrity status as easily as he spun a cricket ball but he never let off-field fame go to his head, even when he and British actress Liz Hurley’s engagement had the paparazzi in a frenzy. Entertainment reporter Peter Ford had a good working relationship with the spin king and told Weekends […]
AJ Tye reflects on BBL11 title
The Perth Scorchers have defeated the Sydney 6ers in the Big Bash League final to take home the trophy for the fourth time. Scorchers fast bowler Andrew Tye joined Simon Beaumont on Weekends to talk about the win. Press PLAY to hear the interview
The end of an era: A message from Sue McDougall to 6PR listeners
After 27 years, 6PR’s resident gardening expert, Sue McDougall, is leaving her staple weekend gardening program. Sue has been appointed as the Director of the Western Australian Botanic Garden. A statement from Sue is below. 6/11/2021 27 years ago, I was forwarded the incredible opportunity to share my gardening knowledge and inspiration with our 6PR […]
“Be positive, be respectful”: Carnarvon Shire President responds to media reporting on Cleo Smith
The Shire President of Carnarvon is urging newspapers, TV and radio stations to remain “positive and respectful” when reporting on missing 4-year-old Cleo Smith. Eddie Smith believes some of the reports are affecting the shire and it’s community over the last week. “The damage it’s done to the family, to our community is immeasurable,” he […]
Suburban Focus heads to Bassendean with the help of local historian Jennie Carter and ex-Mayor of Bassendean, Bevan Carter.